DOJ and FTC file ticket-buying complaint against REPS
Federal agencies announced an October 15 civil complaint alleging that REPS and three executives bypassed online ticket purchase limits for thousands of live events.
What the record says
The complaint invokes the FTC Act and Better Online Ticket Sales Act. DOJ says the defendants allegedly used prohibited tactics to obtain more than 18.5 million tickets since 2022 and resell them. The case was filed in federal court in Southern California and concerns access to tickets for popular live events.
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Practical next step
Follow the court proceedings and official agency updates for developments in the case.
Limits and what is not established
The complaint’s claims are allegations. There has been no determination of liability; the filing does not establish guilt or promise refunds to ticket buyers.
Sources checked October 16, 2026. Later notices may change instructions or arrangements.
Original sources
U.S. Department of Justice: original information